Department of Pediatrics, Oran University Hospital, Algeria, France
Case Report
Giant Epidermoid Cyst of the Spleen: A Case Report
Author(s): I. Boucebaine*, S. Irtan, L. Karima, L. Derradj, Y. Benaissa, L. Ammari and Taibi
Splenic cysts are a rare entity. They are divided into two groups: Parasitic and non-parasitic splenic cysts. Epidermoid cysts of the spleen belong to the primary non-parasitic group. They usually occur in children. They are most often asymptomatic, but they can present with abdominal discomfort.
Case presentation: We report the case of a 12-year-old child with a large splenic cyst. Additional examinations suggested an epidermoid cyst. A total splenectomy was performed via laparotomy. The pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.
Conclusion: Recently, conservative surgical treatment in children has become the gold standard; in certain cases, a total splenectomy is mandatory if the cyst is large or if its anatomical position do not allow conservative treatment... View More»